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The cheapest and fastest buses from Yogyakarta to Surakarta
Showing times and prices for Mar 22
Cheapest price
$3
Average price
$3
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 50 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
58 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Yogyakarta to Surakarta is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Yogyakarta to Surakarta will cost around $3 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $3.
Fast buses
Of the 2 buses that leave Yogyakarta for Surakarta on Sun, Mar 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 22 the direct buses cover the 58 km distance in an average of 1 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Sun, Mar 22 the slowest buses will take 2 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
01:30PM2h00
Yogyakarta03:30PMSurakarta
$31One-way
0 transfers
11:20PM1h40
Yogyakarta01:00AMSurakarta
$31One-way
0 transfers
11:20PM1h40
Yogyakarta01:00AMSurakarta
$31One-way
0 transfers
01:30PM2h00
Yogyakarta03:30PMSurakarta
$31One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Yogyakarta to Surakarta
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Yogyakarta to Surakarta among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $3, and a train costs an average of $1.
Distance: 36 miles (58 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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$3 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price |
2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Yogyakarta to Surakarta Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Joglosemar Shuttle Bus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Joglosemar Shuttle Bus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Joglosemar Shuttle Bus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Joglosemar Shuttle Bus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Live departures
Yogyakarta to Surakarta bus times
The table below shows live departures for Yogyakarta to Surakarta buses for today, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at 4:29 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 DAYTRANS | 7:00 AM Kota Yogyakarta | 2h25 | 9:25 AM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DAYTRANS | 7:15 AM Yogyakarta, Kotagede | 2h10 | 9:25 AM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DAYTRANS | 8:00 AM Kota Yogyakarta | 2h55 | 10:55 AM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DAYTRANS | 8:15 AM Yogyakarta, Kotagede | 2h40 | 10:55 AM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DAYTRANS | 9:00 AM Kota Yogyakarta | 2h55 | 11:55 AM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DAYTRANS | 9:15 AM Yogyakarta, Kotagede | 2h40 | 11:55 AM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| JOGLOSEMAR SHUTTLE BUS | 9:30 AM Kota Yogyakarta | 2h30 | 12:00 PM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| JOGLOSEMAR SHUTTLE BUS | 9:50 AM Yogyakarta | 2h10 | 12:00 PM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DAYTRANS | 10:30 AM Kota Yogyakarta | 2h25 | 12:55 PM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DAYTRANS | 10:45 AM Yogyakarta, Kotagede | 2h10 | 12:55 PM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DAYTRANS | 11:30 AM Kota Yogyakarta | 2h25 | 1:55 PM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DAYTRANS | 11:45 AM Yogyakarta, Kotagede | 2h10 | 1:55 PM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DAYTRANS | 12:30 PM Kota Yogyakarta | 2h25 | 2:55 PM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DAYTRANS | 12:45 PM Yogyakarta, Kotagede | 2h10 | 2:55 PM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DAYTRANS | 1:30 PM Kota Yogyakarta | 2h25 | 3:55 PM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| JOGLOSEMAR SHUTTLE BUS | 1:30 PM Kota Yogyakarta | 2h00 | 3:30 PM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DAYTRANS | 1:45 PM Yogyakarta, Kotagede | 2h10 | 3:55 PM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| JOGLOSEMAR SHUTTLE BUS | 1:55 PM Yogyakarta | 1h35 | 3:30 PM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DAYTRANS | 2:30 PM Kota Yogyakarta | 2h25 | 4:55 PM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DAYTRANS | 2:45 PM Yogyakarta, Kotagede | 2h10 | 4:55 PM Surakarta, Banjarsari | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Yogyakarta to Surakarta
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Buses from Yogyakarta to Surakarta run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $3 (€2) but you can travel from only $1 (€1) by train.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:30, the last at 16:30. The fastest bus covers the 36 miles (58 km) distance in 1h 40m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $1 (€1)
Distance 36 miles (58 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€2) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 04:30 |
Last bus 16:30 |
Cheapest month Aug |
Cheapest day Fri |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $1 (€1)
FAQs: Bus from Yogyakarta to Surakarta
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Yogyakarta to Surakarta by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Surakarta, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Yogyakarta to Surakarta can start from as little as $3 (€2) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Yogyakarta to Surakarta is $3 (€3) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Yogyakarta to Surakarta is 1h 40m to travel the 36 miles (58 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Yogyakarta to Surakarta leaves at 4:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Yogyakarta to Surakarta leaves at 4:30 PM.
When departing from Yogyakarta , you have various bus station options to start your journey from including Kota Yogyakarta, Yogyakarta, Yogyakarta, Kotagede, Yogyakarta, Bus Terminal Giwangan, Yogyakarta, Dongkelan . When arriving in Surakarta , you can end your journey in bus stations like Surakarta, Banjarsari, Surakarta, Bus Terminal Tirtonadi .Passengers board the bus most frequently from Kota Yogyakarta, which is located around 1 away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Surakarta, Banjarsari, located 1 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Surakarta from Yogyakarta is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 40m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Yogyakarta to Surakarta is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Yogyakarta and Surakarta including taking a train and bus.
No, the bus from Yogyakarta to Surakarta has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Yogyakarta to Surakarta.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Yogyakarta to Surakarta.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Yogyakarta to Surakarta.
No, luggage for the bus from Yogyakarta to Surakarta needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Yogyakarta to Surakarta.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Yogyakarta to Surakarta.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Yogyakarta to Surakarta.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Yogyakarta to Surakarta.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Yogyakarta to Surakarta
Yogyakarta
Surakarta
The major bus station for departures in Yogyakarta is Kota Yogyakarta. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Kota Yogyakarta for your trip from Yogyakarta to Surakarta.
Amenities at bus station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 05:00-21:00
Distance to city center
1 km
Car connection
Jalan MalioboroWifi
- Free Wi-Fi in main terminal area
Parking
- Parking available for motorcycles and cars with hourly rates
Dining
- Local food stalls and restaurants available in and around terminal
Taxis
- Available at designated taxi stands along Malioboro Street
Accessibility
- Ramps available
WC
- Public toilets available with small fee
Public transit options for Kota Yogyakarta
- Bus: Trans Jogja lines 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B
- Local minibuses (angkot)
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 05:00-21:00
Distance to city center
2 kmCar connection
Jalan MalioboroWifi
- Free Wi-Fi in some areas
Parking
- Street parking available for motorcycles and cars
Dining
- Many street food vendors and local restaurants nearby
Taxis
- Available along Malioboro Street
Accessibility
- Basic ramps available
WC
- Public toilets available for small fee
Public transit options for Yogyakarta
- Bus: Trans Jogja 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B
- Becak and Andong (traditional transport)
Amenities at bus station
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 05:00-21:00
Distance to city center
5 kmCar connection
Jalan KemasanParking
- Street parking available for motorcycles and cars
Dining
- Small local food stalls and street vendors near the terminal
Taxis
- Available at the terminal entrance
Accessibility
- Basic ramps available
WC
- Basic public toilets available
Public transit options for Yogyakarta, Kotagede
- Bus: Trans Jogja 3A, 3B
- Local minibus: P6, P7
The major bus station for arrivals in Surakarta is Surakarta, Banjarsari. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Surakarta, Banjarsari for your trip to Surakarta from Yogyakarta.
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 05:00-21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmCar connection
Jl. Slamet RiyadiWifi
- Free Wi-Fi available
Parking
- Available in front of terminal
Dining
- Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
Taxis
- Available at designated taxi stands
Accessibility
- Basic ramps available
WC
- Public toilets available
Public transit options for Surakarta, Banjarsari
- Bus: BST Corridor 1, Local buses
- Angkot: Various routes
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Address
Jl. Jend. Ahmad Yani No.262, Gilingan, Kec. Banjarsari, Kota Surakarta, Jawa Tengah 57134, IndonesiaTicket Office Hours
- 04:00-22:00
Distance to city center
1 kmCar connection
Jalan Ahmad YaniWifi
- Free Wi-Fi available
Parking
- Available for both cars and motorcycles
Dining
- Food court and various food stalls available
Taxis
- Available at designated taxi stand
Accessibility
- Wheelchair ramps, assistance available
WC
- Public toilets available
Public transit options for Surakarta, Terminal Tirtonadi
- Bus: City Bus, Inter-city Bus
- Angkot (public minivan)
Most popular bus connections from Yogyakarta
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